The Present volume is an anthology compiled from the Hadith literature, an Islamic source second only to the Quran in religious importance. Although brief, it covers, directly or indirectly, the more important aspects of the hadith teachings. The sayings of the prophet Muhammad have been handed down to posterity through both oral and written traditions, the foundation of which were laid by the Prophet’s companions, some of whom were also his scribes.

These are some of the principles by which he sought to guide his followers. Eternal in essence, they are of value not only to Muslims, but to humanity at large.